Page 3 - Best Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion doctors: TOP 57 doctors

Dr. Pedro J. Delgado leads the Hand Surgery service at HM Montepríncipe University Hospital. He is also the head of the Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery department. His team achieves high success rates in complex hand surgeries. They use advanced techniques and follow evidence-based practices.

Dr. Delgado’s service is known for its multidisciplinary approach and high standards. The team includes specialists with international fellowships and European diplomas. The department reports excellent patient outcomes. It is accredited by top medical organizations in hand surgery.

Dr. Borghesi leads the Neurosurgery Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital, where his team performs around 1,000 advanced neurosurgical procedures annually. His approach combines years of experience with the latest technological innovations to ensure patients receive the most effective treatments available. Specializing in spinal surgeries (including cervical, dorsal, and lumbar procedures), Dr. Borghesi utilizes both posterior and anterior techniques to help patients regain mobility and relieve pain. Throughout his career, he has successfully performed over 4,500 complex surgeries, offering life-changing solutions for patients with challenging cranial and spinal conditions.

For brain tumor removal, he and his team employ advanced video-micro-surgical techniques, including the use of a digital microscope with 4K 3D imaging, which allows for enhanced precision and minimal invasiveness. Patients suffering from conditions like trigeminal neuralgia, facial spasms, and tumors of the posterior cranial fossa can benefit from Dr. Borghesi’s expertise in minimally invasive surgery, having treated over 400 cases with innovative techniques.

• Spinal Surgery: Expert in performing complex spinal surgeries (cervical, thoracic, and lumbar) using the latest methods to treat conditions such as herniated discs, spinal degeneration, and more.
• Brain Tumor Removal: Specializes in minimally invasive brain surgery for the removal of extensive tumors using cutting-edge 3D orbital camera technology.
• Trigeminal Neuralgia: Successfully treated over 400 cases of trigeminal neuralgia and other cranial nerve disorders with minimally invasive techniques, providing relief for patients with less recovery time.
• Colloid Cyst Removal: The doctor specializes in complex surgeries to remove this benign but very rare tumor.

Dr. Borghesi has trained in various top-tier international hospitals, learning from the best to provide high-quality care to his patients:

• Spinal Unit at Schulthess Klinik in Zurich
• École de Chirurgie in Paris, specializing in skull base and spinal surgeries
• Brain Institute at the University of Florida, specializing in microsurgical brain procedures
• Microsurgical Laboratory at the University of Arkansas, with a focus on lumbar degenerative disorders

He is the author of numerous scientific publications in national and international journals and volumes. In 1997 he was consultant of the "Medical Review" Journal.

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci is a leading neurosurgeon. He is known for his skill in brain and spinal surgeries, neurooncology, and skull base surgery. He has worked at top institutions such as Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Elmaci has introduced new techniques in microsurgery and endoscopic skull base surgery.

He is the founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey. He is also an active member of the European Skull Base Society. Dr. Elmaci has helped advance neurosurgery through teamwork across specialties. He led Turkey’s first EANS-accredited neurosurgery clinic. He also holds accreditations from the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

Dr. Elmaci has published over 110 scientific papers and given more than 250 presentations at congresses. His work continues to influence neurosurgical practice and patient care around the world.

Education

Undergraduate: Medicine, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2004-2010
Ph: Orthopedics and Traumatology, Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine, 2011-2016

Hakkari Yüksekova State Hospital (2016 - 2017, State Service Yüas Deputy Chief Physician)
Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine (2017 - present)
Head of Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine (2018 - present)

Experience

General Practitioner, Muş Merkez Azize Hersat Health Center (DHY), 2010-2010
General Practitioner, Muş Varto State Hospital Emergency Department (DHY), 2010-2010
General Practitioner, Muş State Hospital Emergency Department (DHY), 2010-2011
Assistant Physician, Bezmialem Vakıf University Faculty of Medicine, 2011-2016
Specialist Physician (Op. Dr.), Hakkari Yüksekova State Hospital (DHY), 2016-2017
Dr. Assoc. Member, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital, 2017 (currently)

I am a graduate of the Medical University of Warsaw, a specialist neurosurgeon. I gained my professional experience in the Neurosurgery Clinic of the MSWiA Hospital in Warsaw, the Neurosurgery Clinic of the 2nd Faculty of Medicine of the Medical University of Warsaw, the Institute of Experimental and Clinical Medicine of the Polish Academy of Sciences.

I perform a wide range of neurosurgical operations, including spine surgery. I am also a long-time academic lecturer, co-author of several articles and congress presentations. I have participated in numerous national and international congresses and trainings, including in the field of endoscopic spine surgery. 

Membership in organizations 

EUROSPINE – European Society of Spine Surgery, 

PTNCH – Polish Neurosurgical Society, 

PTCHK – Polish Society of Spine Surgery.

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is a leading spine surgeon with 36 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology. He founded the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center, the first facility in Turkey focused on spine surgery.

Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex surgeries, such as discectomy, kyphoplasty, scoliosis correction, and anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. He is known for developing new surgical techniques and has played a key role in improving spine care in Turkey.

He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association. He has also held important academic and clinical leadership positions, showing his dedication to high standards and patient care in spine surgery.

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoğlu has performed complex spinal surgeries including over 1,000 cervical discectomies, blending surgical expertise with groundbreaking research in spinal cord regeneration.

• Over 30 years of neurosurgical experience with spinal focus
• Pioneered research in stem cell therapy for spinal cord injuries
• Former Head of Marmara University's Neurosurgery Department
• Recipient of five national neurosurgery research awards
• Active member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine organizations

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in cervical disc surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques. His extensive background includes years of research and practice in neurosurgery.

• Performs endoscopic lumbar and cervical disc surgeries
• Over 20 years of neurosurgical experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Recognized with awards for neurosurgical proficiency
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Specializes exclusively in spine and neck hernia surgeries at Medical Park Antalya – one of Turkey's leading neurosurgery centers.

• 26+ years of neurosurgical experience
• SSK Göztepe Training Hospital residency
• Performed as Chief Physician in multiple hospitals
• Winner of Istanbul Chamber of Medicine thesis prize

Dr. Arunakul specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, including endoscopic techniques, at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• Trained in spine surgery at Yale School of Medicine
• Fellowship in pediatric spinal deformity at University of California San Diego
• Research scholar at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• Member of the Thai Orthopaedic Society

Dr. Keorochana specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, trained at UCLA and Desert Institute for Spine Care.

• Expert in MIS TLIF, LLIF, MIDLF techniques
• Performs endoscopic spine surgery and vertebroplasty
• 20+ years of orthopedic and spine surgery experience
• Completed spinal surgery training at Ramathibodi Hospital

Dr. Sutantavibul specializes in minimally invasive spinal surgery, including endoscopic techniques. He trained at top hospitals in Thailand, South Korea, and Japan.

• Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Advanced training in endoscopic spine techniques in Seoul and Wakayama
• Performs vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and percutaneous screw fixation
• Residency in orthopedic surgery at Mahidol University

Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic urological surgeries – Dr. Keseroglu brings advanced techniques to complex cases at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 20 years of experience in urology
• Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Performs robotic radical prostatectomies and cystectomies
• Expert in minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures

Specializing in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc surgery, Dr. Halil Can performs advanced endoscopic and microsurgical techniques at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgeries including anterior cervical discectomy and fusion
• Published multiple studies on spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Professor with extensive academic contributions to neurosurgery
• Special focus on degenerative spine diseases and spinal fractures